São Pedro Airport (VXE)
São Pedro, CV 🇨🇻 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
GVSV
IATA
VXE
Elevation
66 ft
Region
CV-B
Local Time
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GPS Code: GVSV
Local Code: Not available
Location: 16.8332° N, -25.0553° E
Continent: Africa
Type: Medium Airport
Keywords: São Vicente Island
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
São Pedro Airport (GVSV (VXE)), also known as Cesária Évora International Airport, primarily serving São Vicente Island in Cape Verde, generally receives a mixed but leaning positive sentiment from travelers, despite limited recent individual reviews. It is recognized as a modern and functional airport for its size, playing a key role in connecting the island to domestic and international destinations.
What Travelers Love
- Effective and Clean Terminal: The airport features a small but effective terminal that is generally described as clean and air-conditioned.
- Essential Amenities: The terminal is equipped with essential passenger amenities including shops, dining options, a bar, and spacious lounges.
- Efficient Check-in and Security: Travelers have given high ratings for check-in (86%) and security checks (87%), suggesting a relatively smooth process in these areas.
- Good Getting to the Airport: The process of getting to the airport is rated highly at 79%, indicating accessible transportation options or ease of arrival.
- Private Transfer Services: Convenient private transfer services are available, offering seamless and secure travel between the airport and accommodations in São Pedro, with benefits like unlimited waiting time for arrivals.
Common Complaints
- Limited Direct Traveler Reviews: There is a scarcity of very recent, detailed individual traveler reviews, making it challenging to gauge the most current passenger experiences beyond aggregated ratings.
- Basic Terminal Facilities: While clean, the overall terminal facilities receive a lower satisfaction rating of 61%, suggesting they might be perceived as basic or lacking in variety compared to larger international airports.
- Food and Retail Limitations: Food and retail services at the airport have a satisfaction rating of 59%, indicating potential room for improvement in offerings or quality.
- WiFi Performance: WiFi receives a moderate satisfaction rating of 74%, which may imply occasional issues or limitations.
Overall, Cesária Évora International Airport appears to be a competent and clean regional airport that efficiently handles passenger traffic for São Vicente. While offering essential services and generally smooth check-in and security, travelers might find the range of terminal facilities and food/retail options somewhat limited. The availability of reliable private transfers is a significant positive for inbound and outbound travelers.
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Airport Routes
São Pedro Airport (VXE) offers 12 flight routes operated by 7 airlines. Major carriers include TACV, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia France and others. Popular destinations from São Pedro include Amilcar Cabral Int'l, General Humberto Delgado Airport, Menara Int'l, Preguica and Charles de Gaulle/Roissy.
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Top Airlines
Operating at São Pedro AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TACV
TCV
/ VR
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5 | 99 | 5 | Feb 8, 2026 |
TAP Air Portugal
TAP
/ TP
|
1 | 21 | 1 | Feb 8, 2026 |
Transavia France
TVF
/ TO
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2 | 5 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
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TUI Airlines
TFL
/ OR
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1 | 4 | 1 | Feb 5, 2026 |
easyJet
EZY
/ U2
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1 | 3 | 1 | Feb 2, 2026 |
Luxair
LGL
/ LG
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1 | 2 | 1 | Feb 5, 2026 |
Edelweiss Air AG
EDW
/ WK
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1 | 2 | 1 | Feb 5, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
06/24 |
6561 ft | 98 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SAO VICENTE APP | 118.4 MHz |
| TWR | SAO VICENTE TWR | 118.4 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals terminal of Cesária Évora Airport (VXE). The journey to the main city, Mindelo, takes about 15-20 minutes. Fares are typically fixed around 1,000-1,200 CVE. It's recommended to agree on the price before the trip.
Rental Cars
Several car rental companies, including international and local providers, have desks inside the arrivals hall. Booking in advance is highly recommended, especially during peak tourist season, to ensure availability. An international driving permit may be useful.
Public Transportation
The primary public transit option is the 'aluguer' (a shared minibus or van). This is the most economical choice, though it has no fixed schedule and leaves when full. Aluguers can be found on the main road just outside the airport, heading towards Mindelo.